Yes, we allow food and drink but we ask that you do not drink or
eat around the computers. Drinks should preferably have a lid.
Please be sure to clean up and throw any trash away.

Does the copier print double-sided copies?

No, unfortunately it does not.

Does the library have a cell phone policy?

We do not have a formal cell phone policy, however we strongly
encourage you to put your phone on its vibrate setting when using
the library. Please be respectful of other library users when making
and receiving calls. We may ask you to take your conversation outside
the library if you are disturbing other patrons.

Does the library have a fax machine?

No, but students can send and receive faxes at the Student Center.
Cost is $.10 per page for a local call, $1.00 per page for long
distance calls, and $2.00 per page for international calls. The
Student Center's fax number is 740-753-6538.

Does the library have children's books?

Yes, we have a small juvenile fiction collection near the Bibliographic
Instruction room.

Does the library have group study rooms?

We currently have 1 group study room available. There is available
seating for 6 people only. To reserve the room, and to check
availability, click this link.
You must have at least 2 people in your group to place a reservation.
The room can be reserved for up to 3 hours. The group study room
can be used without a reservation, but groups with reservations
get priority.

Does the library have quiet study space?

Yes, there is a quiet study area with carrels along the back and
side walls of the library.

How do I know if the Library has my class textbook on reserve?

You can use the Reserves tab on the library homepage to
search by instructor, course name or course number. If you're
in the library, you can also ask at the circulation desk.

How do I search for books, videos, etc. in the Library?

Use TechLINK to search
for materials owned by Hocking College Library.

How long can I keep OhioLINK items?

For students:

Checkout for OhioLINK books is 3 weeks, with 6 renewals (maximum
of 21 weeks). Renewals can be denied if a patron from the lending
institution places a hold on the item.

Checkout for OhioLINK media is 7 days with no renewal. For more
information about borrowing materials through OhioLINK, please
click here.

For faculty:

Checkout for OhioLINK books is 6 weeks, with 6 renewals (maximum
of 42 weeks). Renewals can be denied if a patron from the lending
institution places a hold on the item.

Checkout for OhioLINK media is 7 days with no renewal. For more
information about borrowing materials through OhioLINK, please
click here.

How many items can I have checked out at one time?

You may have up to 15 items checked out.

How much does it cost to print/make copies?

Black and white printing is $.05 per page. Photocopying is $.10 per
page. Color printing is $.25 per page. These are all subject to change.

I need a pencil sharpener?

There are pencil sharpeners available next to the magazine shelves
and behind the reference desk.

I need to return a book, but the library isn't open. What should I do?

There is a "library book return" outside the entrance to Davidson
Hall. We check the book return every morning when we open.

OhioLINK delivery generally takes 3-5 business days. Delivery time
is largely dependent on the distance of the lending library from
Hocking College. You can check the status of your delivery by logging
onto your patron record.

Your item will progress through three stages. Requested
means your order is being processed. Within 2 days, your item should
be in transit, which means it's on a truck and on
its way here. When the library receives the item and it's ready for
pickup, your item will show ohiolink rcvd (received).

The library requires a student ID for checkout. Where do I get one?

Student IDs are made in the concourse on the 1st Floor of the John
Light (JL) Building. You will need to bring a photo ID and a copy
of your class schedule.

What are the Library's hours?

Our hours are posted in the blue box on the Library homepage.

What goes in the recycling bin?

White/color paper, newspaper, aluminum/steel cans, cardboard, and
plastic bottles (#1 and #2). Any other waste should go in the trash cans.

What is OhioLINK? How do I use it?

OhioLINK is a statewide
consortium of (mostly) academic libraries that share resources
among member institutions. You can search for materials available
at other OhioLINK member libraries by using the
OhioLINK catalog.

OhioLINK also provides several online databases from which you
can access free magazine and journal articles and electronic books.

To order items from OhioLINK or use OhioLINK databases from off-campus,
you need to be a currently registered student or current faculty/staff.
You will also need your Hocking College ID number. If you don't know
your ID number, you can get it by logging into
WebAdvisor.

Where are the restrooms located?

Restrooms are available in the hallway outside of the library.

Where do I pick up pages that I've printed out?

All computers print to the library circulation desk.

Which items from the library can I check out?

Books in the stacks (general collection) can be checked out at the
circulation desk. You will need to present a Hocking College ID
card (we don't accept Driver's License, other photo IDs, etc.).

Media (VHS/DVD/CD) and reference books can only be checked out by
faculty/staff.

Textbooks/closed reserve materials and magazines are not
available for checkout. For more detailed information about borrowing
materials, please visit our policies page.

Will the library let me know when my OhioLINK item arrives?

Yes, we send circulation notices by e-mail. Your default e-mail
address is (usually) your Hocking College e-mail. If you'd
like to receive library e-mail at another address (yahoo, gmail,
hotmail, etc.), log in to your patron record
and click the "modify personal info." button.

I need to renew a book. How do I do that?

The easiest way to renew your books is by accessing your
patron record.
You can also visit the library to renew items (ask at the circulation
desk), or call us at 740-753-6333.

Can you proctor my exam?

No, the library does not offer a test proctoring service.

Where is the lost and found?

Our lost and found is located behind the reference desk. If
you've lost items such as keys, wallets/purses, cell phones, or
flash drives, these items are usually kept at the circulation desk
until claimed. Unclaimed valuables (keys, etc.) are turned in
to Campus Safety.

Does the library have tax forms?

No, but you can download forms from the IRS,
or visit your local post office or public library.

Does the library have any tutorial videos?

Yes we do. When you reach google docs, click the "download"
link and view with quicktime for best results.